Which Question Would NOT Be Helpful in Determining an Author's

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which question would NOT be helpful in determining an author's credibility?

• A) Has my instructor referred to this author in class?
• B) Does the author's name appear in the list of citations in my textbook?
• C) Has the author's work been cited on Wikipedia?
• D) What are the author's background and credentials?

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Definitions:

Specified Number

A particular or exact number that has been identified or stated.

Fixed-interval

A timing-based reinforcement plan where rewards are provided following the first response once a set timeframe concludes.

Variable-interval

An unpredictable reinforcement schedule that provides rewards after an unspecified time period following a response.

Intermittent Reinforcement

Intermittent Reinforcement is a conditioning schedule in which rewards or consequences are given only some of the time, creating strong and persistent responses.